Founded in 1946 as Tokyo Tsushin Kogyo, Sony began as a small company with a bold vision: to create an ideal factory rooted in freedom, creativity, and innovation. Led by Masaru Ibuka, Sony set out to contribute to Japanese culture through groundbreaking technology. True to its founding spirit, Sony has pioneered numerous industry firsts—both in Japan and globally—cementing its legacy as a trailblazer in electronics, entertainment, and design. The original founding prospectus remains a guiding principle for the group’s continued innovation.